Overview
Armament Research & Development Establishment (ARDE), Pune - a DRDO Lab has released a recruitment notification for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Research Associate (RA) (24 (23 JRF + 1 RA) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply offline (by post) before 31 August 2026 (Monday).
Key Details
- Organization
- Armament Research & Development Establishment (ARDE), Pune - a DRDO Lab
- Qualification
- Candidates must be Indian Nationals meeting the educational qualification and age limit specified for the post they are applying for.
- Vacancies
- 24 (23 JRF + 1 RA)
- Advertisement No
- ARDE/JRF-RA/2026
- Last date to apply
- 31 August 2026 (Monday)
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 (Monday) |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Sl. No.: Post | Discipline/Field | Vacancies | Stipend (per month) 1: Junior Research Fellow | Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Applied Physics / Applied Optics (Laser & Fiber Optics/Photonics) | 08 | Rs. 37,000/- 2: Junior Research Fellow | Computer Science / IT / Data Science / AI & ML / Cyber Security / Big Data Analysis | 04 | Rs. 37,000/- 3: Junior Research Fellow | Mechanical / Metallurgy / Material Science / Manufacturing / Production Engineering | 10 | Rs. 37,000/- 4: Junior Research Fellow | Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering | 01 | Rs. 37,000/- 5: Research Associate (RA) | Electronics Engineering (RF/Microwave/Antenna desirable) | 01 | Rs. 67,000/- In addition to the stipend, HRA, medical facilities, and a contingency grant are admissible for both JRF and RA positions, as per applicable rules.
Eligibility
Candidates must be Indian Nationals meeting the educational qualification and age limit specified for the post they are applying for.
Age Limit
Post: Maximum Age (as on date of interview) Junior Research Fellow (JRF): 28 years Research Associate (RA): 35 years • Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates • Age relaxation: 3 years for OBC candidates
Salary
• Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Rs. 37,000 per month • Research Associate (RA): Rs. 67,000 per month HRA, medical facilities, and contingency grant are also admissible as per applicable rules. The fellowship is initially for two years, extendable as per rules for JRF.
Selection Process
As per the notification: • Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview and/or written test. • Interview/written test dates will be communicated only via email to shortlisted candidates. • Selected candidates must bring a copy of their Bio-data and original certificates for verification at the time of the interview. The notification does not provide further details of the written test pattern, syllabus, or interview weightage.
How to Apply
• Download/obtain the Bio-data proforma as given in the official advertisement. • Fill the Bio-data in your own handwriting, including personal details, educational qualifications (from Matric/10th onwards), experience (if any), and NET/GATE/CSIR/UGC qualification details. • Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the right top corner of the Bio-data. • Attach self-attested copies of all relevant certificates. • Sign the declaration section of the form. • Superscribe the name of the post applied for on the envelope. • Send the completed application to: The Director, Armament Research & Development Establishment (ARDE), Armament Post, Pashan, Pune - 411 021 • Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 31st August 2026 (Monday).
Required Documents
Candidates must send their CV/Bio-data (as per the enclosed proforma, filled in the candidate's own handwriting) along with self-attested copies of: • Educational qualification certificates • NET/GATE scorecard • Caste certificate (if applicable) • Other relevant documents supporting claims made in the application • A recent passport-size photograph affixed on the right top corner of the Bio-data Candidates currently employed in Government/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous Bodies must bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer.
Important Instructions
• Fellowship offer does not confer any right to absorption in DRDO. • Shortlisted candidates called for interview/written test are eligible for reimbursement of actual train/bus fare by the shortest route, limited to sleeper class railway fare, from the place mentioned in the interview letter or the place the journey started from, whichever is less, as per rules. • Candidates must be ready to take up duties assigned anywhere in India. • Furnishing false or concealed information can lead to summary termination of the fellowship without prior notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for DRDO ARDE Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 24 Junior Research Fellow & Research Associate Posts?
Last Date to Apply: 31 August 2026 (Monday)
What is the age limit?
Post: Maximum Age (as on date of interview) Junior Research Fellow (JRF): 28 years Research Associate (RA): 35 years • Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates • Age relaxation: 3 years for OBC candidates
What is the selection process?
As per the notification: • Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview and/or written test. • Interview/written test dates will be communicated only via email to shortlisted candidates. • Selected candidates must bring a copy of their Bio-data and original certificates for verification at the time of the interview. The notification does not provide further details of the written test pattern, syllabus, or interview weightage.